Redmi Note 12 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $200 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 88/100 vs 39/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 476,175); the Redmi Note 12 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Redmi Note 12 better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $599
- Better portability (70/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 49 points higher (88/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (98/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Redmi Note 12 — 38/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 90/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (98/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (78/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (85/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (70/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 476175 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 63 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×76.0×7.9 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Redmi Note 12 by 87.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $399. Redmi Note 12 was $399 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (98/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (78/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (85/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (70/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 by 49 points (88/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Redmi Note 12 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (98/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.